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Be the One: Six True Stories of Teens Overcoming Hardship with Hope
In his book Be the One, ABC News chief national correspondent and Nightline coanchor, Byron Pitts shares the stories of six young people who overcame impossible circumstances with extraordinary perseverance. Read more >>
Talk With Your Teen About Healthy Relationships
The majority of parents want to talk to their teens about sexual intercourse, sexuality, and relationships and most teens want to hear from their parents about these topics. But many parents say that when it comes to talking to their Read more >>
Social Media Can Boost Teens’ Self-Esteem — or Foster Depression
Using social media to connect with others is kind of like having a private conversation in a public place. Depending on whether people notice your posts — and how positively they respond — your online interactions may be quite positive. Read more >>
Disability Terms and Definitions Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
There are 13 categories that guide how disability is defined under the federal special education law known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In order to be eligible for special education and related services as a “child with Read more >>
Author Shares His Autism Story
Born in 1992 in Japan, Naoki Higashida was diagnosed with autism at the age of 5. Higashida communicates today by using a letter board and by typing on a computer. An author of more than twenty works, which include the Read more >>
Tips for Traveling with a Child with Autism
One big concern with many children with autism is safety. Not just for themselves but for others around them as well. As a parent of a child with autism, your home more often becomes your fortress. And carefree trips to Read more >>
Helping Students with Autism Transition Into a New School Year
Students on the autism spectrum often find transitioning to new situations challenging. Parents and teachers can minimize the stress with some joint prep before school starts. Elizabeth W. Barnes, an author, blogger, and a parent of a child on the Read more >>
Signs of Common Learning Disabilities
Many children have difficulty with reading, writing, or other learning-related tasks at some point, but this does not mean they have learning disabilities. A child with a learning disability often has several related signs, and these persist over time. Each Read more >>
How to Talk to Teens: Top 10 Tips for Effective Communication
written by Liza Bennigson, Associate Director of Marketing and Communications Teenagers are known for being moody, irritable and stressed out. Just watch any old episode of Gossip Girl, Gilmore Girls or Glee. Trying to get through to your teen can Read more >>
ADHD: The Pros and Cons of a “Medication Holiday”
Written by Dr. Glen Elliott, former CHC Chief Psychiatrist and Medical Director Summer checklist: Sunblock…check. Beach towels…check. Medication…uncheck? Read more >>
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650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
650.326.5530
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2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
408.831.7512
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1765 E Bayshore Rd, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
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